Board of Commissioners Millage Rate Public Hearing August 11, 2026 11:00AM

The Bulloch County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on August 11, 2026, to discuss the county's millage rate and property tax adjustments. The meeting focused on explaining the implications of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) law, the impact of inflation, and recent legislative changes such as House Bill 581 and Senate Bill 33, which affect property tax assessments and the use of local sales tax (FLOSS) to offset property taxes. The board proposed a millage rate of 10.26, reduced from the previous 11.35, by applying FLOSS funds to offset property tax increases. Public comments addressed concerns about budget decreases and property tax revenue. The commissioners discussed the rollback rate, budget considerations, and transparency in tax communications. No direct contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting.